
Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included
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Is Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included worth booking?
Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included is a 9-hour experience in Istanbul, Turkey, from €50 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- €50 per person
Meet your guide in your hotel / or meeting Point Place and begin your tour of Istanbul's most famous monuments. (private walking tour with an experienced guide).Start with a stroll through Sultanahmet Old city Square where you can see the remains of the Ottoman Empire before heading to the Blue Mosque and admiring the splendid blue tiles that give the mosque its nickname. Then, continue to Hagia Sophia, Next, head to the Hagia Sophia to learn about how it was built and how it has transformed over the years. Continue to the Hippodrome where Byzantine emperors once enjoyed horse races. See the Egyptian and Constantine obelisks. After lunch, visit the Topkapi Palace, where you can admire an extensive collection of jewels and robes worn by the sultans, as well as silver and porcelain from the 15th century. Finally, be blown away at the Grand Bazaar with over 4000 shops where you'll be sure to pick up some unique souvenirs.
What you get
About this experience
Meet your guide in your hotel / or meeting Point Place and begin your tour of Istanbul's most famous monuments. (private walking tour with an experienced guide).Start with a stroll through Sultanahmet Old city Square where you can see the remains of the Ottoman Empire before heading to the Blue Mosque and admiring the splendid blue tiles that give the mosque its nickname. Then, continue to Hagia Sophia, Next, head to the Hagia Sophia to learn about how it was built and how it has transformed over the years. Continue to the Hippodrome where Byzantine emperors once enjoyed horse races. See the Egyptian and Constantine obelisks. After lunch, visit the Topkapi Palace, where you can admire an extensive collection of jewels and robes worn by the sultans, as well as silver and porcelain from the 15th century. Finally, be blown away at the Grand Bazaar with over 4000 shops where you'll be sure to pick up some unique souvenirs.
What's included
Included
- Skip Line Tickets for Hagia Sophia (if option selected)
- Skip Line Tickets for Topkapı Palace (if option selected)
- Private Expert Local Guide
- Private Pick up and Drop off at your Hotel or Cruise Port. (if option selected)
- Private expert tour guiding for the day
- Unique time to discover Turkish Handcrafts: (Carpet -Leather-Ceramic and Jewelry)
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
TopkapI Palace
Topkapi Palace Museum / Topkapı Sarayı More than just an Imperial Residence of Ottoman Sultans, it was the seat of the Supreme Executive and Judiciary Council for almost 400 years long. Topkapi Palace is a great monument of Oriental architecture which resembles the power of the Ottoman Empire.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Hagia Sophia Museum / Ayasofya / Santa Sofia Built in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian, played a very important role in the Christian and Islamic World. After the Ottoman conquest the bells, altar, iconoclastic, and sacrificial vessels were removed, and many of the mosaics were eventually plastered over to convert the church into a mosque then a museum and now it’s a mosque for the second time. The most important stop of an Istanbul tour is operated in Old City Istanbul / Constantinople...
60 minutes here · Admission included
Grand Bazaar
Grand Bazaar / Kapalı Çarşı One of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world with over 4,000 shops with colorful products of ceramic, leather, rugs, carpets, handicrafts, clothes, silver, and gold.
60 minutes here
Blue Mosque
Blue Mosque / Sultanahmet Camii Built in the early 1600s for Sultan Ahmet I of the Ottoman Empire, the Blue Mosque is truly a magnificent masterpiece of architecture with amazingly delicate proportions for a building of such massive scale.
60 minutes here
Hippodrome
Hippodrome Square / Atmeydanı Hippodrome; where the chariot races were held in the Roman Empire times, Egyptian Column from Byzantine Empire time and today German Fountain is the main cornerstone of the square of Ottoman Empire.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Tree Of Life Ceramics & Gift Shop
Learn and try how to make pottery..
30 minutes here
5K Rug Store
An optional visit of Turkish handycraft and souvenier center,
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Istanbul
We do meet the travelers at this point to start the tour in case we do not pick up. Next to Sultanahmet Tram station.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Ends at
We do meet the travelers at this point to start the tour in case we do not pick up. Next to Sultanahmet Tram station.
Options you can book
Only Guide Service-Entry Extra
Private Old City Tours/Guide : This option Just inculuding Guide Service.The guest coming self to meeting point place and will pay all entry fees self..
Old City Private Tour/Transfer
Old City Private Tour/Transfer: This option inculuding 2 way Private transfer from port or guest hotel (if option selected) Private Minibus
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- All Tours Istanbul-Azure
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Private Hotel/ Port Transfer Available (if option selected)
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- €50 to €350
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by All Tours Istanbul-Azure, who run 7 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 51.2.
See everything All Tours Istanbul-Azure runsWhy this scores 56
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Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Istanbul.
How much does Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included cost?
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Prices start at €50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Istanbul usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Istanbul is not rushed.
Is Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Istanbul, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Istanbul can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Istanbul and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Istanbul within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Istanbul?
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On Outty we rank every Istanbul experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Princes Islands Blue Journey from Old City Istanbul, Famous Istanbul Pub Crawl #1 Nightlife Experience, Best of Istanbul 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Istanbul?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included?
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Included: Skip Line Tickets for Hagia Sophia (if option selected); Skip Line Tickets for Topkapı Palace (if option selected); Private Expert Local Guide; Private Pick up and Drop off at your Hotel or Cruise Port. (if option selected); and Private expert tour guiding for the day. Not included: Alcoholic beverages; and Lunch. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 636 listed pickup locations in and around Istanbul. Be ready about 45 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What booking options are available for Istanbul; Private Old City Tour with skip line tickets included?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Only Guide Service-Entry Extra, Old City Private Tour/Transfer. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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